Reviews of the best skis, boots, bindings, apparel, and accessories of the year.
Reviews of the best skis, boots, bindings, apparel, and accessories of the year.
It’s that time of year again—you need to get holiday gifts for Uncle Bob and your sister in New Hampshire. Don’t fret. We have ideas for all the skiers on your list, from your groomer-shredding dad to your jib-rat niece.
We called Eric Edelstein, the founder of exoticskis.com, at his new home in France to talk about the rise of boutique ski companies. He chatted about microbrews, mail-order bases and edges, and the garage-band style of ski manufacturing.
...While heli-skiing in Canada. CMH and K2 partner up to offer two seven-day trips to be part of designing the next generation of K2 skis. Where do we sign up?
Fat skis have redefined the way we ski powder. Once rare, now they’re mainstream—and only getting fatter.
Sadly, the contest is over now. But check back for future giveaways. Here's a list of who won this time around.
Bolle athlete Jen Hudak plays host to “Twin Tips,” a series of entertaining and educational videos designed to help you ski safer and stronger.
BetterThanAir - the leader in Supplemental Oxygen Products for Skiing and other high altitude activities
the leader in Polarized + Photochromic lens technology, introduces the SPPX Eclipse™ model for 2010
Ski photographer Lee Cohen created Altaholics Anonymous in 1983, when Utah's Alta ski resort received 244 inches of snow in one month. He launched a website to sell his goods a few years ago, and he's recently added a few more products. Interview by Caroline Gleich.
For the 2009/10 ski season, Volkl introduces an entirely new concept, called Bio-Logic, that delivers a huge leap in performance PLUS the potential to reduce injury.
An afternoon of stories, wisdom, and one large palm tree. Jake Davis spends some time with Klaus Obermeyer, who turns 90 in December.
Check out the newest Hestra freeride glove designed by a pro
Jacket-of-All-Trades
Jackson Hole custom-ski-maker Igneous produces one-off powder boards made to withstand any kind of beating. If you can find the warehouse in Jackson (through an unmarked door in an industrial-looking building), they'll make you whatever you want.
Black Diamond Fist Strike junior trekking pole (MSRP: $46)
CMH provides the helicopters, K2 provides the prototypes, guests provide the feedback for final ski designs.
CMH provides the helicopters, K2 provides the prototypes, guests provide the feedback for final ski designs.
Wrap your mitts in wool
Spyder's new Slippery speed suit promises to shave seconds. Will the FIS ban it from competition?
Partnership with Nashville guitar maker helps two worthy charities.
An army of opinionated web surfers help develop a new clothing line.
Strong Silent Type
Last season’s death of actress Natasha Richardson revived the debate about making helmets mandatory on the slopes. Should there even be a debate?
We said that you can't get hurt in the air, but here is some gear that will help you stay injury free when you land.
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A women's Windstopper
Found: warmth and dependability in Chaos
A jacket that can keep up with you AND the weather
Stay cool, not chilly
An unprecedented number of vents
Our intern, Victoria Barbatelli, sits down with Bolle sponsored athletes Matt Philippi and Jen Hudak. For everything from competition stories to skiing tips (it's all in your feet), these guys have plenty to say about the sport we all love.
A feminine edge
Go from helmet to beanie in just three snaps
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Ski lightheaded
K2's new Clutch is anything but wimpy
Be a hot skier, not a hot head
Bern's low-profile helmets keep chair-lifters focused on your skiing, not what's on your head
Ladies: streamline your look with Bern's new gender-specific helmets
New glove technology from Gore ensures that when your hand comes out, the liner stays in.
Want to start your own ski company? Find out how in this video interview with Fortitude Skis' Nick Whittemore.
From the vaults: “Brain Floss”—Shane McConkey’s original ponderings on powder-ski design
Virus AT/Touring boot, $800–$950
Shred Omnibot goggle ($169 msrp)
Ace of Spades boot (MSRP: $749)
You probably own an iPhone. And we’re fine with that, really. Next time we’re on the lift together, we can pull up YouTube and watch a cat with its head stuck in a Pringles can. Or we could use these ski-specific apps. Including a brand new one from The North Face.
New Gore technology equalizes body temperature
The company's new e-commerce site lets you shop for boots - in your house shoes
Sorry for more ski racing news, but it's an Olympic year and we can't help ourselves. Spyder has announced a new, more aerodynamic speed suit, which will be worn by the U.S. and Canadian ski teams at the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Games. If nothing else, read this to check out the nifty wind tunnel video.
Why trail running works for skiers, and the perfect shoe for beginners and experts alike.
Geardirect.com is your online outdoor specialty shop
Face freezing? Grow a beard (or just buy one)
Pro skier David Lesh was sick of jackets and pants that didn’t fit right. When his clothing sponsors wouldn’t listen to feedback, he went on his own and launched an outerwear company, First Drop.
Real slope style
Rad plaid
Smooth as silk
A baselayer with serious stretch
CamelBak ShredPak
MFS’s Xtreme Sports children’s sunglasses
Second cousin to balaclavas and neck gaiters, the Buff has dork in its DNA.
This gear won't turn you into a nasty tree skier overnight. But it'll help.
Is it just us, or has the ski world gone contest crazy? Including us. Here are six cool contests where you can win free gear, lift tickets, season passes, and more.
Pros, Schmoes: Here’s What the Average Joe Thinks of This Year’s Gear
Crashes happen. But with body armor, injuries don’t have to
Raxstars car-top ski carrier works with factory racks; gives you options in a pinch
Smith's Variant uses hybrid construction to blend aesthetics and protection
Guess the location of Grant Gunderson's photos and win a pair of Wagner Custom skis.
Two new websites aim to help skiers sell and buy used gear. Now you don't have to worry about those creepy personal ads.
To the thief with the impeccable taste...
Keep all your essentials in one place.
Been lost? Share your best story about getting that way while skiing and you could win a pair of Motorola radios and, maybe, save yourself from future embarrassment.
Sturdy new Lock Jaw combines pole and probe functions
"CS" shells, now available in more models, are a quick fix for problem feet
One binding that suits both new-school and traditional applications